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Sub-Human: A 21st-Century Ethic; on Animals, Collective Liberation, and Us All By Emma Håkansson
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INFORMATION
Sub-Human delves into what it means to be an animal, how our
view of other animals impacts our view of other people, oppressions, and the
planet, how we got here, as well as how we can move forward together.
When we accept oppression of some, we feed the oppression of others, and we
make space for domination driven by false ideas of inferiority and lesser
worth. When we discount the inherent preciousness of animals who think and
feel, we erase precious parts of ourselves. When we consider living beings
as “livestock,” it’s no wonder we pillage the unthinking yet irreplaceable
living earth.
Sub-Human is a robustly researched, sharply critical yet
comfortingly human call to arms, diving deeply into the theory behind
oppression, liberation, and the intersections within it. Exploring the
history of animal consumption and commodification, this book deconstructs
the current sociopolitical climate surrounding animal enterprises by looking
at how we got here. Most importantly, it unravels how we can work towards a
collectively liberated world.
REVIEWS
“Sub-Human is the most-needed book for the Animal Freedom movement right
now. Emma Hakansson gives us a wide, deep view of oppression that explains
the links among speciesism, racism, sexism, and homophobia. Most
importantly, she gives us strategic thinking and practical advice on how to
make change. This book is the ‘new testament’ for the movement.”
~ Jim Mason, author, An Unnatural Order
“This remarkable book opens readers’ eyes and hearts to the critical
intersections between human and non-human animals. The book’s title says it
all—humanity has assumed a hierarchical superiority over other animals. Emma
Hakansson brings an impressive breadth of knowledge and critical thought to
her work as she examines the history of animal exploitation, its deep
connections to other forms of oppression, and the forces of change
propelling the movement towards compassionate living. The points clearly
come across that our survival as a species depends upon a transformation in
perceptions of our kindred animals, and that each of us as individuals holds
a unique privilege to create positive change.”
~ Dr. Joanne Kong, editor of
Vegan Voices: Essays by Inspiring Changemakers
“Sub-Human is an important contribution to the work we must put in to see
total liberation for us all—nonhumans and humans. All animal advocates, and
anyone interested in social justice and dismantling oppression, should read
this book.”
~ Leah Garcés, president of Mercy For Animals
“Sub-Human is a diligently researched and written book that is both
provocative and utterly reasonable. Now more than ever, it’s critical we
understand that animal rights are a part of a wider movement for total
justice, and Sub-Human argues this perfectly.”
~ Chris Delforce, director of the Dominion documentary and executive
director of Farm Transparency Project
“The movement for animal rights is inherently political, and Sub-Human
explores just how the plight of animals, as well as people and the planet,
relates to our current political context, and the history that led us here.
It is an important read that helps us to better consider how we can best
protect the animals exploited today.”
~ Georgie Purcell MP, Animal Justice Party member and the youngest woman in
the Victorian Parliament, Australia
“It’s not enough to simply understand the issues. The importance lies in how
you react to that knowledge. In Sub-Human, the enormity of the oppression is
laid out before you, but so are the stories and philosophies of those who
have fought to stop it. By learning about the issues, their
interconnectedness, and the struggles to overcome them, the reader isn’t
simply educated, but passed a torch to carry on the fight.”
~ Jake Conroy, activist, The Cranky Vegan
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Emma Hakansson is a dedicated advocate working to upheave oppression
facing our fellow animals, children, women. and working people. As the
author of How Veganism Can Save Us, Hakansson has lectured internationally
on ethics and sustainability, and her work and words have been featured in
The Guardian, Forbes, Earth Island Journal,
Sentient Media, and many other publications.
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